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    Effect of turning off bluetooth while on battery power

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by gaanee, Aug 24, 2007.

  1. gaanee

    gaanee Notebook Consultant

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    How much power one can save by turning off bluetooth. Is it worth to turn off bluetooth keeping wireless on while on battery power.
     
    gaanee, Aug 24, 2007
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    If you're not using any bluetooth devices, then leave it turned off.
     
    odin243, Aug 24, 2007
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    calot Notebook Evangelist

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    why dont you test it yourself? i mean no offense... but its right there, test it and let us know please.
     
    calot, Aug 24, 2007
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    yes, I've tried that and didn't notice much difference. I found many posts here asking about how to turn off bluetooth, but didn't give any reason for doing this. So, I was wondering if there are any standard tests to measure it.
     
    gaanee, Aug 24, 2007
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    I've read it some place, but I want to know if it improves batterylife or something, or why do they recommend to turn it off.
     
    gaanee, Aug 24, 2007
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    Yes, it can improve battery life if you turn it off.
     
    odin243, Aug 24, 2007
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